Smoking affects each stage of the reproductive process, including egg and sperm maturation, hormone production, embryo transport, and the environment in the uterus. It can also damage the DNA in both eggs and sperm.

Hynotherapy. Many people have reported success using this safe technique.

Dark chocolate. It increases dopamine levels in the brain much like the nicotine in cigarettes. Dopamine causes feelings of joy, pleasure, and satisfaction and is one of the principal neurotransmitters in the brain. Needless to say, moderation is key.

Sex. See above about dopamine. Stress is often a trigger for cravings. Can't think of a better way to get that dopamine rush and relieve stress.

Chew carrots. It takes time to train the physical habit of lighting up and bringing something to your mouth out of you. So replace the cigarette with a healthy snack.

"Snap" your cravings away. Wear a rubber band around your wrist and snap it whenever you have a craving. The sting will distract you and give you a moment to remember all of the reasons why you're quitting. Taking a minute to journal what you're feeling at that moment can help you work through any emotions that trigger cravings.

The biggest key to kicking smoking to the curb is that you gotta want it badly enough. If you don't have a strong enough motivation, nothing you do will work. They're all temporary fixes.

I'm not an expert on quitting smoking - not my specialty since very few of my patients are still smoking by the time they come see me. However, I do believe that if you focus on getting healthy overall with eating better and exercising more, quitting will be easier because smoking no longer fits your goals.

Now that you're convinced to stop smoking, I welcome you back into my realm. You shall continue receiving my lovely daily messages. ;P

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